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Art capability Curatorial Intern:Greater Philadelphia Cultural AllianceJob description:Art capability Curatorial Intern
Date PostedApril 17, 2024 - 10:22am
Categories
Administrative,
Curatorial,
Volunteer & Intern
Community Art/Cultural Organization
Chester County (PA)Pay Type:Hourly Rate Job Status: Part Time Minimum income/Hourly Rate: $0.00 Maximum income/Hourly Rate: $0.00
Bryn Mawr Rehab HospitalArt capability at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital in Malvern, PA is a year round program showcasing and celebrating artists with disabilities, culminating in a 12 week exhibition of 350 - 450 works of art. Art capability is currently searching for a curatorial intern for the 2024 fall semester. The ideal candidate will be available for work on site at Bryn Mawr Rehab a minimum of 8-10 hours per week. This is an excellent, hands-on opportunity for an art history student interested in curation, gallery management, or arts administration.Art capabilityhas grown to be one of the largest and longest-running exhibitions of its kind in the world. Through art, we seek to inspire patients to reach beyond their limitations, and to encourage people with disabilities to explore their own creativity. Established in 1996, Art capability includes the following major components: an annual international juried exhibition and sale of art and fine crafts produced by individuals with disabilities; community outreach and education opportunities including satellite exhibitions and interactive demo days; our permanent collection of artwork and the incorporation of artwork into the patient practice. Goals of Art capability » to increase public consciousness of the abilities of people with physical and cognitive disabilities » to develop new markets for artists with disabilities so that they can improve their economic status and gain recognition for their talent and determination » to encourage others to reach beyond their own limitations and to find fulfillment through art » to provide positive function models for people with disabilities and enhance their access to the arts » to build the hospital's permanent art collection of such work and incorporate Information technology into patient treatment. Responsibilities In conjunction with and under supervision from the Art capability coordinator, the intern will be responsible for the following: » Planning and implementation of the annual Art capability exhibition. This year's preview reception will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024. » Unpack, check in, and catalog work arriving from local artist drop offs and shipped artwork from around the country » Identify work that needs repair or does not meet requirements, document and forward to proper channels » Work with coordinator to design layout and format for an exhibition of approximately 300 - 500 works of art » Become familiar with the process and hanging system to facilitate installation of the artwork » Work with a team of event volunteers to de-install permanent collection and install new show » Prepare written tour of exhibition that can be used by volunteer and staff tour guides » located on written tour, train event volunteers to serve as hallway hosts and how to engage guests with the artwork » Create labels for all artwork following the Art capability templates » Write curator's letter to be included in the program book » Provide content and descriptions for the Art capability page on Main Line Health's website and various social media » Attend opening night reception » Complete post-show wrap up tasks » Identify and catalog new additions to the permanent collection » Other tasks as assigned by the coordinator To Apply: Application Requirements » Resume » Cover Letter » Your cover letter should explain why you want to intern with Art capability at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital. Please include your career goals, interest in the subject matter, and the expertise/practice you would bring to the internship. » Letter of Recommendation Occupational Health Requirements Due to Art capability's location inside of Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital, the intern will also need to fulfill the occupational health requirements outlined below. Documentation of each of these will be required in order to begin the internship. If you feel you will be unable to meet these requirements, please do not apply. » Mandatory annual influenza vaccination » COVID-19 vaccinations » Compliance with Main Line Health's TB screening policy » Two MMR vaccines or have positive titers for Measles, Mumps, and Rubella » Two Varicella vaccines or have positive titer for Varicella » A one-time adult dose of Tdap » Obtain all criminal background checks required by BMRH Application Deadline Priority will be given to candidates submitting materials by Monday, June 3, 2024 and will continue on a rolling basis until the position has been filled. Please direct all application materials and questions to Erin Panner, Art capability Coordinator, at E-Mail: pannere@mlhs.org or 484.596.5607. Skills:
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